Montauk State Park

Got lucky enough to squeeze in here to the only electric site left mid-week. 245 was in a great location but had no shade. There are lots of really nice campsites that back right up to the Current River--check the campground map online. We could hear the river (the few times we had our AC off) and see it from our campfire. Really nice sites, lots of families and bigger groups but noise level was low and we really enjoyed just kicking back. Great trout fishing here (for most--not us :P) and we saw a lot of people fishing up and down the river. Special areas for fly fishing only and we saw a couple of people stopping through from Colorado and other states wanting to give it a try. Montauk has a pretty nice camp store with a little restaurant at the lodge. Had a pretty good burger and fried chicken while watching about 20 humming birds around a feeder. Very relaxing. One person told us to use the showerhouse by Campsite Loop 4 as the showers were better but we didn't try them out. Nice dump facilities--two sewer openings with water in a row. We came into the park from the east side and it was fairly easy drive. Left out going west toward 63 and it was a very windy two lane which was a bit dicey in the driving rain. Would definitely come here again but you'll want to get reservations early as it fills up quickly. Missouri State Parks are usually really nice and this is definitely one of the best we've stayed at.

We happened to roll through this place during one of the biggest trout fishing weekends of the year. The river that rolls through the campground is incredibly clear and well stocked with trout, making it very popular with fisherman. Luckily, we were able to get one of only two open spots. The park is VERY popular but well maintained and organized. If you are planning a visit, be sure to call ahead to make sure they have some spots available!